Driving tips

This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes.

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Exterior
The exterior remains the same for 2009, and the X3 retains its awkward angles, disjointed taillights and odd lower bodywork. It's not unattractive, but it sure isn't as stylish as Mercedes' new GL ...

Tire identification marks
Tire size 255/50 R 19 103 Y 255: nominal width in mm 50: aspect ratio in % R: radial tire code 19: rim diameter in inches 103: load rating, not for ZR tires Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR ...

Displays in the instrument cluster
Desired speed ▷ The marking lights up in green: the system is active. ▷ The marking lights up in orange: the system has been interrupted. ▷ The marking does not light up: ...